Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Served as an advocate for each patient’s needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Veteran Affairs Medical Center
08 2020 - 03 2023
Served as an advocate for each patient’s needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ AssistantManager
BellaCare
05 2019 - 05 2020
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Pig Caregiver
Maschoffs Feeder Pig
09 2017 - 05 2019
Enhanced animal well-being by providing daily care, attention, and monitoring of their health.
Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
Supported rehabilitation efforts for abused or neglected animals through compassionate care focused on rebuilding trust in humans.
Promoted continuous learning opportunities by attending conferences, seminars, and workshops related to animal welfare and sharing knowledge with fellow team members.
Administered medications accurately to ensure proper dosages were given according to veterinarian instructions.
Ensured all incoming animals received timely vaccinations according to recommended schedules set forth by veterinary professionals.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for animals through regular cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing of living spaces.
Kept accurate records on each animal''s history, treatments received, medications administered, behavioral observations, and general progress throughout their stay at the facility.
Implemented efficient animal intake procedures, ensuring thorough evaluations were conducted and appropriate documentation was filed for each new arrival.
Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
Maintained equipment and facility to keep animal care environment and tools in good working order.
Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
